Description
folder setup
design edits
fixture scheduling
3d renderings
agi32 modeling
data entry
The Design Specialist is responsible for foundational design support, project data preparation, and accurate workflow management to enable efficient work by senior Designers. Their work will enable success for the design team, and develop themselves as professional designers.
- Set up project folders, naming conventions, and design files using established standards
- Apply simple design edits based on redline instructions, such as fixture shifts, note updates, or part-number changes
- Review architectural files, site photos, and project documents for completeness and clarity
- Build basic fixture schedules for assigned projects
- Update marked PDFs for internal review and coordination
- Identify potential design-impacting site conditions and escalate when appropriate
- Produce lighting-specific 3D CAD renderings and layouts
- Deliver accurate and organized design outputs appropriate to the Design Specialist scope
- Support overall consistency and quality within the design library
- Ensure all design packets meet Design Specialist documentation standards prior to handoff
- Enter initial project data and maintain status updates throughout the design workflow
- Model existing lighting infrastructure in AGi32
- Sort, tag, and maintain field photos by space type or installation considerations
- Produce initial layout markups on floor plans to support downstream design tasks
- Complete pre-submission checklists to confirm required files and design components
- Identify missing or unclear information using the standardized intake checklist and escalate when needed
- Proactively asks clarifying questions and escalates issues appropriately.
Requirements
autocad
bluebeam
agi32
bachelor's
2-3 years
project management
A valid, insurable driver's license is required.
Employment with PEC is contingent upon completing a drug & background screen.
PEC is not able to provide sponsorship for work visas. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.
This position will be based in-person in our Downtown Vancouver, WA office.
- Ability to follow structured workflows and SOPs accurately.
- Able to take initiative and use critical thinking skills to ensure handoff projects are completed correctly.
- Experience in lighting industry, preferred but not required.
- Shows initiative in learning and supporting process improvements.
- Comfortable working within project management systems.
- Ability to identify file gaps or inconsistencies using checklists.
- Experience working in energy efficiency preferred but not required.
- Competency in relevant design tools (AGI32 basics, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, or internal tools).
- Understanding of lighting basics.
- Basic understanding of how to approve or disqualify audit notes with guidance.
- Ability to read simple architectural drawings and floor plans.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or design related field preferred.
- Strong organization and attention to detail.
- Works well with Design Specialist 2 and Proposal Specialists to keep projects moving.
- 2 to 3 years of relevant experience.
- AutoCAD, or similar design software experience required.
Benefits
PEC's commitment to providing equal employment opportunities extends to all aspects of employment, including job assignment, compensation, discipline and access to benefits and training.
If you want to spend your time doing meaningful work with a company that empowers its team members, then apply here!
The hiring range for this position is $62,000 - $78,000
- Gain Share Bonus (up-to 10%)
- Onsite gym, catered team lunches, team trips, the list goes on..
- 4% 401k Matching with no vesting schedule
- Open PTO
- Health, Vision, Dental Insurance covered 90%
Training + Development
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